What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Hazards Service Technician position at CORNET INC?
Summary
Cornet, Inc. is seeking an experienced Special Hazards Technician with the ability to perform inspections, service, repairs and upgrades of clean agent fire suppression and other engineered special hazards fire suppression and detection systems. Perform initial acceptance testing, programming and testing of newly installed systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Experience inspecting, servicing, and repairing a variety of systems and manufacturers in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements:
- CO2, High Pressure
- Chemical Agents: FM-200, Ecaro, Novec
- VESDA
- Fike, Kidde, Ansul, Janus, FireTrace
- Inert Agents: Inergen, ProInert2, Natura
- Addressable Releasing panels
- Perform programming, start-up and commissioning of Special Hazards Systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair of Special Hazards Systems.
- Complete inspection reports and service work orders.
- Read, interpret and apply technical design requirements of fire protection codes and standards (Such as NFPA 70, 72, 2001 etc.), building codes, fire codes, insurer criteria, and other technical design documents.
- Read and interpret building construction documents such as drawings, specifications and other contract documents.
- Prepare lists for ordering of Special Hazards Systems equipment.
- Perform accurate surveys of Special Hazards Systems in existing buildings.
- Coordinate with project personnel and other trades as necessary
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervision of helper/apprentice technicians may be required.
Additional Requirements:
- Knowledge of test equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, digital analyzer, battery analyzer, frequency meter, decibel meter, communication devices
- Manufacturer certifications to include: Fike, Fenwal, Kidde, Firetrace, Chemtron, Janus, Protectware
- Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, and ASME
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma and two (2) years experience.
Certifications/Licenses
NICET certification(s); manufacturer certification(s); valid Drivers License and clean MVR.
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office, including Work and Excel.
Qualifications:
Cornet Fire Protection is a full-service fire protection company based in Virginia, and we are growing rapidly! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!
We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle.
Benefits
We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(K) with Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Relief Fund
Cornet Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!